Braide Alte Gran Cru LIVON
| Sommelier score | 93/100 | 2024 |
| 3 Bicchieri gambero rosso |
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2020 |
| 5 Grappoli AIS |
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2020 |
| 4 viti Vitae AIS |
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2020 |
| Winery | LIVON |
| Denomination | Venezia Giulia Igt |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Grapes | Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Picolit, Moscato Giallo |
| Alcohol content | 14,00% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | UD/4967 |
| Winery headquarter | Società Agricola Livon - San Giovanni al Natisone (UD) - Via Montarezza, 33 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Hard cheese, Smoked Fish appetizers, Cod fillets, Pasta with sardines, pork knuckle baked, Tuna fillet in pistachios crust, Caponata, swordfish |
| Region | Friuli Venezia Giulia (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Friuli Igt |
Braide Alte is the flagship product and the most awarded by Azienda Agricola Livon, founded in 1964 by Dorino Livoon: it is a cuvèe of Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Picolit and Moscato Giallo, cultivated on soils of marl and clay near Braide Alte, in the municipality of Dolegna del Collio, Friuli-Venezia Giulia. The grapes are harvested by hand in crates, then cold maceration for 8 hours and the must is cleaned. The fermentation takes place in barriques and for 8 months the product is left to macerate in the same containers, at a constant temperature. After that, bottling takes place and a long period of aging in bottle.
Characteristics of the Braide Alte
Braide alte is a structured, elegant and intense wine. On the organoleptic examination, it shows an intense straw yellow color with golden reflections, while the nose is full-bodied, intense, with notes of wild flowers, exotic fruit and toasting elements. The taste is warm and intense, balanced by a savory and fresh vein.
Recommended pairings with this white wine
This wine is served at a temperature of 12 degrees in a large glass. To combine with fish dishes, best if structured, but also dishes based on white meat and soft cheeses.
